Medical Assistant, Dermatology

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join UPMC as a Medical Assistant in the Dermatology department, where you will engage in various patient care activities while enjoying a schedule free from evenings and weekends. This role offers pathways for career growth and a supportive environment that emphasizes infection control and patient management.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Experience in patient care settings is a plus.
• Ability to manage medical records and assist in procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rooming patients, obtain lab/x-ray reports, schedule appointments.
• Prepare patient rooms and manage inventory of supplies.
• Collect patient information/history and perform necessary screenings.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

EKGs

Infection Control

Medical Records Management

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and room for advancement, we invite you to explore this opportunity today!

UPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join the Dermatology department in Shadyside, PA.

Hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required!

In this position, you will assist with rooming patients, working prior authorizations, cleaning and stocking of exam rooms, and assisting with procedures among other duties.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

1. Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
2. Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required.
3. Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms.
4. Check schedules and organize patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history, take vitals, perform screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families.
5. Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
6. Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
7. Comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). Maintain confidentiality of medical records and data. Follow all UPMC policies and procedures.
8. Under supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.